this man is not calm

Chapter 474 The Power of Research and Development

Many people have a big misunderstanding about traditional industries, thinking that the so-called "sunset industries" mentioned by economists are backward industries that do not make money or will be eliminated sooner or later.

The facts may subvert everyone's cognition. For example, the shipbuilding industry in front of us has a very low profit margin on the surface, but looking around the world, there are only a handful of countries that can build a decent large modern cargo ship. There are no more than ten shipyards that can build this super yacht under your feet, which is about to be named "Eclipse".

Jin Shang was very satisfied with the smooth completion of the project.

"Many technologies currently in use were developed with foreign help, after being digested and absorbed by our own engineers, and then upgraded. Some are too advanced and have attracted the attention of some people, who have restricted exports or technology diffusion..."

Speaking of this, Hong Renquan showed off very proudly.

Having been in charge of CSSC Mechanical & Electrical for so many years, he has gone through many ups and downs. Even in the most difficult days, he has maintained a very skilled team of technicians and engineers, and most of the senior technicians have also stayed, providing a solid foundation for counter-cyclical expansion and rise in line with the trend.

"I've heard some of it, it's really amazing."

Jin Shang agreed wholeheartedly.

Many seemingly inconspicuous products have incredibly high technical content. For example, the CSSC Electromechanical Equipment and Accessories Branch produces several cables specially developed for towing winches, anchoring and thin-film equipment. These cables are simply several steel wires twisted together, but their indicators have reached the world's top level. After this product came out, it was used for several years and part of it was exported. Later, it was approached by an unnamed unit, and only then did we realize that this thing was actually very important.

After all the research in various industries, basically only a handful of manufacturers (enterprises) can produce. This is the core competitiveness and the moat that is extremely difficult to cross.

This was before Jin Shang took over CSSC Electromechanical. In the past two years, the number of technological innovations and patent registrations has increased significantly. This is partly due to industry development and technological accumulation, and partly because the "golden finger" is indeed very effective in this inexplicable metaphysical field.

Demonstrating its power in improving the efficiency of breeding, crops and integrated wind and solar power stations is only one aspect; the improvement in human resources, intelligence and execution capabilities is even more amazing.

Some time ago, the semiconductor and information technology research and development team of the company's technology center, while developing wireless communications and broadband technologies, accidentally came up with a near-field wireless broadband technology based on light emission sources. To put it simply, they invented a technology that looks similar to an ordinary LED lamp, but actually uses ultra-high frequency flashing to transmit signals and maintain network connectivity.

The principle of this thing is similar to that of optical fiber, but it is more inclined towards application terminals.

When this "optical modem light" shines on a computer connected to a receiving device, the data transmission efficiency is so high that it exceeds the theoretical limits of all existing technologies. The disadvantage is that as long as the light is turned off, the light is blocked, or there is an obstacle between it and the receiver, the communication will be interrupted immediately.

In addition, its high price and inconvenient usage are also great shortcomings.

Although it is still too early for this technology to be commercialized, and may not even be implemented in our lifetime, it is enough to prove that the company's research and development capabilities are already extremely strong.

If you can do what others cannot, it is a unique business. You can reap the high premium of technological dividends and avoid falling into the vicious cycle of low-price competition.

The temperature in Jiaoao is already a bit high at this time of year, but it is still quite comfortable at the seaside. It doesn’t feel particularly hot, nor is the air humidity too low as is common in the north.

After enjoying the sea breeze for a while and gazing at the ocean in the distance, I felt relaxed and happy. Unlike the muddy yellow outside Dongyingkou, here when the weather is good, you can still barely see the blue sea in the distance.

A few people looked around and chatted, and talked about the economic environment of Jiaoao.

"It's different from my intuitive reaction. Whether it's Jiaoao, Dongying or Jingu, the salary level is generally higher than in the south. Not to mention the central China region, the treatment in many developed counties and cities such as Jiangsu and Zhejiang is not as good as here. Why?"

Jin Shang has been holding this question in his mind for a long time. Logically speaking, the economy in the south is more developed and open, and the people's income should be higher. But the fact is that the basic salary of Beihai Shipping is higher than that of most of its southern counterparts.

After hearing Jin Shang's question, Hong Renquan thought for a while and then answered:

"There are many reasons, and it is difficult to generalize. Generally speaking, they can be summarized into several aspects. First, qualified industrial workers in the north are mostly concentrated in large factories with state-owned backgrounds. They are relatively stable and have little mobility, which leads to a narrower range of choices for private capital when hiring labor, and they have to offer higher wages. The second is the population structure. I don't know if you have noticed that young people in North China either go to Beijing to make a living, or go to Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shanghai, or even the Pearl River Delta to work hard. Although the local treatment is obviously higher, they are unwilling to stay, and the jobs are filled by people who move from inland areas..."

"Why? I don't even want a high salary..."

"Concepts! In addition to money, northerners value stable and predictable income, or in other words... the establishment, and the connections and circles that come with it."

Individuals are very powerless, but the power of the group is even stronger. Over thousands of years of history, the northern land has experienced countless wars and conflicts, and has felt the effects more deeply, while the south is more livable and has suffered relatively less damage and harm.

The sense of crisis is like something engraved in genes and passed down from generation to generation, imprinted into the cultural foundation, driving northerners to make decisions and gather together... Integrating into a stable system is safer and more promising. In comparison, money, an external thing, is not a safe wealth that can be passed on to future generations.

It is difficult to say which concept is better. In fact, the South is not what everyone imagines. Clans and alliances formed by surnames, close relatives and in-laws are also an effective way. Children who grew up in the North may not know this, but people in the South have more or less encountered it, or have heard from their elders about fights over water, hilltops, lakes and ponds, and forests. The whole village, young and old, joined in the fight, with real swords and guns, and there was a lot of bloodshed.

Being expelled from a clan is a severe punishment in some places, and can even affect the livelihood of a family, a matter of life and death. This was the case in the past, and it has not completely disappeared now.

Dragon boat racing, colorful boat rowing, Lantern Festival lanterns and lion dancing, which are popular in the south today, all carry more or less the lingering flavor of the above-mentioned contradictions and struggles.

People in the South are good at business, and they like to help their fellow villagers, stick together for warmth, and exclude outsiders. In the North, the tradition of farming and studying is passed down from generation to generation, and the tradition of taking the imperial examination to become an official is deeply rooted in their bones and passed down from generation to generation.

"The changes in history, geography, and humanities really are... just a blink of an eye over thousands of years."

Talking about this, Jin Shang was also filled with emotion. It is not easy for such a big country to maintain an integrity. Look at Western Europe, whether in the past or present, it is broken into pieces and cannot be integrated at all.

"In general, the trend of the economic center of gravity moving southward is still there, and there is no sign of a reversal in the short term. We still have to open branches and build large bases in the south."

The R&D and experimental centers can remain here, while the future construction of low-value-added dry bulk carriers and the mass production of fishing boats, liquid cargo ships, ore carriers or oil tankers will still rely on abundant human resources and supply chain support.

"But there's no need to rush. It's not a good idea to rush. The last time I went there, no one took me seriously. To put it bluntly, I'm not strong enough and my reputation is not loud enough. I need to improve myself further."

"One day, people will beg us to invest." Chatting and laughing, they came to the central banquet hall which was beginning to take shape. Looking around, Jin Shang was a little disappointed and not surprised, but he could barely accept it.

"I originally wanted to hold the annual meeting here at the end of the year to show my ability as a boss, but now it seems that the space is still a bit small."

Hong Renquan chuckled and said:

"It's barely enough for Beihai Shipping to hold its annual meeting. The parent company, Jinxi Culture, has so many large and small companies under it. If each company sends a few representatives and outstanding employees, the place will be full. The main reason is that the company is too big..."

Think about it, a large enterprise can have thousands of employees. Even if it is just a small part, it would be exaggerated to concentrate them on one ship, let alone hold an annual meeting (party) together?

Jin Shang still benefited a little from Hong Renquan's flattery, which was not conspicuous but quite effective.

It’s not that there are not enough halls on the ship, but that the boss is too capable, omnipotent, and the business is developing too fast.

In addition, the Spring Festival annual party is not just a self-entertainment for one company, but a comprehensive show for several large companies. The hall that can accommodate hundreds of people is still too small.

With the current network and broadcasting technology, it is too unrealistic to have the main venue, sub-venues and on-site audience and guests linked together, so let's not even hope for it.

This little regret was soon forgotten. Jin Shang asked again about the final delivery date and was told that the ceremony would be held in early December.

"There's still nearly half a year left!"

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Well, it can't be used as a venue for large-scale parties, but it's still okay for family and friends to come and get together.
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After entering July, the sun is still scorching in water-scarce areas, and it is still rainy and cloudy in areas that urgently need to alleviate flooding. More and more people are beginning to notice the abnormal climate this year.

Under such circumstances, the charity performance initiated by Dai Yiqun and others will be held as scheduled.

At seven o'clock in the evening, when Jin Shang walked into the TV station's studio, he deliberately looked at the size and compared it with his own luxury yacht. He felt that that one was actually not bad.

The new TV building is already under construction, and it is estimated that it will take three or four years before we can move in. As it is now, so many people are crowded together that it does seem a bit insufficient. The space is not big, and there is too little room for operations.

While looking around, Dai Yiqun, who had been waiting for a long time, suddenly had his eyes light up. He gently pushed away the person who wanted to get close to him, and smiled as he shook the hand that Jin Shang extended.

"I'm glad you're here. Xiaomei and Xiaozhang have been waiting for you for a long time."

"Where's Chen Fei? It's her first time performing on stage, and I heard she was very nervous during the rehearsal..."

"Fortunately, I have adjusted well. After all, I have been a street performer for a while, so I can handle the audience's gaze. It only takes a while for me to get used to it."

"Ok!"

The two walked inside side by side. People coming and going looked curiously at Dai Yiqun and those who greeted him proactively. Those who knew him understood, but those who didn't know him had no way to find out, after all, they were not in the same circle.

Mei Fengchun, Zhang Yu and others who had already performed on the Spring Festival Gala were fine, but Chen Fei had no such experience, so she was inevitably nervous. When she saw Jin Shang, the band leader, coming over, she hurried over to complain.

Jin Shang listened with a slight smile, without making too many comments. At this stage, others could only offer suggestions, but he still had to rely on himself to get through it.

This is different from being a musician or behind-the-scenes staff member when releasing an album. Instead, it is a big scene from the beginning, without even a chance to "level up".

"The chorus is fine, there are a lot of people around, so I can handle it, but the solo is a bit difficult. This is real singing, isn't the Spring Festival Gala all about lip syncing..."

"Forget it. Last year's Spring Festival Gala had a live singing show, and several performances went wrong and were criticized. As for other evening show programs, the requirements are not so high. Our main purpose for the charity gala is to promote the spirit of love, mutual assistance, and overcoming difficulties together. As long as there are not too big mistakes, no one will be demanding. However, you still have to be mentally prepared and make sure to complete the task. The program list has been submitted and reviewed, and it is impossible to find a replacement if you want..."

Not to mention breaking the voice or being out of tune, even if you forget the lyrics, you have to keep humming and correct it on the spot.

At this time, Lao Dai came over to comfort him:
"Don't worry too much, Xiao Chen. No one will care about a newcomer like you. Everyone is here to see me. Who among the others preparing for the show isn't more famous than you? If anything goes wrong, they will blame me and them first, not you."

"That's too true! It's really hurtful..."

Jin Shang smiled cheerfully and sent Chen Fei away, continuing to make final preparations.

"This kid still hasn't realized that he's about to be 'taken off' and become a big singer. He's already scared by this little scene."

"Young man, Shang, you can't expect everyone to be as good as you."

Dai Yiqin sighed and changed the subject.

"I'm really sorry to bother you this time. Someone asked me to organize a party, but I was careless and made a rash promise. I didn't expect this to be so troublesome. It's not something that can be done just by being famous."

"This is not just a matter for the arts community. It would be good to invite more people to come and liven things up, and spread positive energy. It's always good. It doesn't cost much anyway... most of it isn't my own money..."

"Only you and the circle of tycoons and entrepreneurs don't take it seriously. We in the literary and artistic circles are really not that wealthy. Tens of thousands of yuan is already a lot, and hundreds of thousands are even more painful. I just happened to be in a good time and have a noble person to help me. How can others have such conditions?"

"Everyone gets what they need. Many businesses also need this exposure platform. They can donate money and raise brand awareness at the same time. Why not do it?"

(End of this chapter)